Villa Kiwi – Bodrum

Property ID : 1630

800.000 GBPVilla

This unique large luxury stone villa is in a quiet, highly regarded location with only a short walk to Bodrum’s facilities, marina and Yacht club. There is generous street parking and a private lockable carport. Panoramic views from the villa reveal the historical Castle of St Peter and the ancient amphitheatre, as well as all of Bodrum town and harbour. The sunrise and moon rise views are wonderful all year round.

External: The villa has mature gardens with an automated watering system and an 11m long private swimming pool with ‘green’ ozone filtering system. The pool has a 2m depth at the deepest end and a seated corner within the pool. The adjacent covered terrace has a shower room and a built-in bar, great for entertaining and al-fresco dining. On this level there are also two en-suite guest rooms, one is currently used as a music room and the other, with a kitchenette, is set out as an artist’s studio. Located behind these rooms are large storage areas, a workshop and the technical/machinery rooms.

The villa sits on a private plot measuring 1223 m2, 161 m2 of which has a separate Title Deed with the potential to build a 25 m2 unit with separate access from the side street. This smaller plot is also home to a listed ancient scrub oak tree and other mature trees. Beyond the swimming pool, accessed by some steps, is an area with an abundance of fruit trees, mature plants, scented flowers and shaded seating areas to enjoy the tranquillity and privacy of the garden.

Internal: The main entrance has a shaded terrace created by an overhanging upper floor bedroom. This leads into the lobby with a cloakroom/w.c and then into the multi-level living space which spans the full width of the villa. The dining area has 2 windows, the lounge area, also with 2 windows, has an Invicta wood burning stove and a separate snug area. In the centre of the living space is a sunken seating area with triple patio doors, making the most of the beautiful views over Bodrum. These doors provide access to the view-facing balcony, which also spans the whole width of the villa.

There is a separate kitchen with a range of fitted base and wall units and a Corian worktop. Patio doors open directly onto a shaded terrace with a sink & worktop – decorated with Milas marble, and a seaside mural on the wall.

A solid wood staircase takes you up to the first floor. Here there are three very spacious bedrooms, each with a Juliette balcony and a generous range of fitted wardrobes. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a bath and separate shower cubicle and there is also a family shower room and laundry room. The large landing has a lovely picture window and is currently used as a library but can easily be sectioned off to become an additional room/bedroom.

This private residence is not situated on a shared complex. It benefits from a Pronet security alarm system, electric window shutters and has a backup electric generator. Overall it offers a luxury, comfortable lifestyle with peace and tranquillity, yet is just minutes away from the bay of Bardakci and Bodrum Marina with its many chic restaurants, bars & shops.

Bodrum – Distance to Airport : 35 km

Formerly known as Halicarnassos, Bodrum is home to the Mausoleum – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Bodrum’s famous Castle of St. Peter rests between two bays, one of which houses the large Marina where the many fishing boats and wooden gullets (daily, sunset and weekly cruises) jostle with the yachts of the rich and famous.

The Marina is lined with quiet bars and restaurants and has a sophisticated atmosphere where people pass many an hour watching the boats come and go. Next to the Marina is the bazaar – a pedestrianised area of narrow streets full of shops, restaurants & bars.

Whether you want to shop, eat, party or just relax, Bodrum has something for everyone. The many restaurants cater for all tastes, from traditional Turkish food to a variety of far Eastern and European cuisine. Bodrum remains open until the crack of dawn and most shops are open until midnight, perhaps the best time to shop as the cool of the evening is more comfortable.

The weekly market, located next to the bus station, is held on Tuesdays and is popular with tourists looking for a bargain. Dolmus, which means shared taxi, is the local form of transport and offers an excellent, regular network across the whole of the peninsula.

The houses characteristic of Bodrum are small, white-washed houses. The local authorities here do not allow high rise buildings which is probably one of the many reasons Bodrum is popular with both tourists and settlers alike.

The Bodrum Peninsula

The Peninsula is served by Bodrum Milas Airport (BJV)

The Bodrum Peninsula is situated on the south west coast of Turkey and is by far the prettiest area on the South Aegean coastline.

Bodrum is unique as it caters for such diverse interests. You can experience traditional Turkish life only minutes away from the hustle and bustle of a modern resort. The resorts of Bodrum and Gumbet offers a vibrant nightlife for the young and the energetic and are a shoppers paradise, whilst there are many other resorts and charming fishing villages offering peace and tranquillity. Waters port enthusiasts are more than catered for. Many of the resorts offer parasailing, windsurfing, canoeing, snorkelling, banana boats and ringos. Divers from all over the world enjoy exploring the waters around Bodrum and there is something for both beginners and advanced divers.

The area is steeped in history and this is still evident right across the peninsula. Take time to visit the more obvious sites such as St. Peter’s Castle, The Mausoleum, The Amphi Theatre and Myndos Gate.

There are various ways are to explore the peninsula. You can cover the whole peninsula by car in just a few hours by following the coastal road. Daily Gulet cruises, available from Bodrum Harbour and from some of the local beaches and harbours, visit some of the beautiful bays and coves. Alternatively you can visit each village individually by public transport called a Dolmus.

From the main port in Bodrum you can take the ferry or catamaran to various Greek Islands including Kos, Rhodes and Symi.